International Territorial Disputes and Conflicts

The video explores various territorial disputes across Europe, ranging from mild to serious. It begins with minor disputes like those between France and Italy over Mont Blanc, and Germany's disputes with the Netherlands and Lake Constance. It then covers disputes in Eastern Europe, including Ukraine and Romania, and the Rockall dispute. The Balkans are highlighted for their numerous disputes, involving countries like Croatia, Montenegro, and Serbia. The video concludes with serious disputes in Kosovo, Cyprus, and Ukraine, and touches on the historical context of Northern Ireland.

Which two countries are involved in a dispute over the summit of Mont Blanc?

• France and Germany

• Italy and Switzerland

• France and Italy

• Germany and Switzerland

What is the main reason for the dispute over K Island between Ukraine and Romania?

• It is a historical site.

• It is rich in natural resources.

• It is a newly formed land mass.

• It is a heavily populated area.

Which countries are involved in the Rockall dispute?

• Ireland, Norway, Sweden, and Finland

• UK, France, Germany, and Spain

• UK, Ireland, Iceland, and Denmark

• Denmark, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg

What is the main issue in the Olivenza dispute between Spain and Portugal?

• Control over a major river

• Ownership of a historical fortress

• Access to a strategic port

• Territorial claims based on historical treaties

Why did Greece object to the name 'Republic of Macedonia'?

• It was a name used by a Greek island.

• It was a name used by a Greek political party.

• It was too similar to a Greek city.

• It was a name used by an ancient Greek kingdom.

What was the main reason Greece blocked North Macedonia's admission into the EU and NATO?

• Cultural differences

• Name dispute

• Military threats

• Economic sanctions

What was the outcome of the 1998-1999 conflict in Kosovo?

• NATO intervened and Kosovo was placed under UN administration

• Kosovo gained full independence

• Kosovo was divided between Serbia and Albania

• Kosovo became a part of Serbia

Which country is the only one to recognize the independence of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus?

• Greece

• United Kingdom

• Turkey

• Cyprus

What triggered the 2008 Russian invasion of Georgia?

• Georgia's attempt to join NATO

• A coup in Georgia

• Ethnic conflicts in Abkhazia and South Ossetia

• Economic sanctions by the EU

What significant change occurred in Northern Ireland's demographics in 2021?

• Catholics became the majority

• Protestants became the majority

• Northern Ireland declared independence

• A new political party was formed